CLEAN : Statue honouring 'real women' unveiled in NY's Central Park

The video discusses the historical context of women's rights, focusing on figures like Isabella Baumfree. It highlights the unveiling of statues in Central Park on Women's Equality Day, marking the first statues of real women and African Americans. The video addresses the 19th Amendment's impact and the ongoing struggle for voting rights for women of color. It emphasizes the need for a fair historical record that acknowledges women's contributions and discusses the role of women in activism and the abolition movement.

What is the significance of the new statue unveiled in Central Park?

• It commemorates the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

• It is the first statue of real, non-fictional women and an African American.

• It represents three great American men.

• It is the first statue of a fictional character.

What was a major limitation of the 19th Amendment?

• It only applied to men.

• It was only valid in New York.

• It was never ratified.

• It did not guarantee voting rights for women of color.

What ongoing struggle is highlighted in the discussion of the 19th Amendment?

• The struggle to enforce the right to vote for women of color.

• The fight for equal pay.

• The campaign for environmental justice.

• The battle for educational rights.

Why is it important to have statues of women in public spaces?

• To replace older statues.

• To increase tourism.

• To fill empty spaces in parks.

• To recognize and remember the contributions of women.

How did the women mentioned in the final section contribute to social change?

• By writing novels.

• By founding new cities.

• By leading military campaigns.

• By learning activism and public speaking in the abolition movement.